Elegant vintage Perle de Mer tote bag canvas & leather beige brown

AFW - Antique France Worldwide

Description

This Perle de Mer tote bag features a design that is both understated and refined, typical of timeless accessories. The front visible in the photo reveals a fine-textured beige canvas, combined with brown leather inserts and handles, which provide contrast and elegance. The whole is structured by visible topstitching and a central vertical leather strip, enhanced by a functional silver metal buckle, accentuating the classic style of the tote.

The main closure is secured by a leather strap adorned with a clearly visible metal escutcheon engraved with "Perle de Mer," highlighting the brand's signature. The finishes are clean, with visible metal rivets on the handle attachments, reinforcing the robust and neat appearance of the whole. The overall look of the bag suggests quality manufacturing, designed to last and adapt to various daily uses.

The beige hue of the canvas perfectly harmonizes with the brown leather, giving the bag a natural yet sophisticated look. The slightly trapezoidal tote shape offers generous capacity (no specific figures provided), ideal for urban use, shopping, or an outing. No decorative patterns are visible, which emphasizes the simplicity of the design and the quality of the materials used.

The bag is presented upright on a flat surface, allowing observation of its base's curve and the structure's good hold. The seams are regular, and the leather shows a light patina, indicating previous use while maintaining a beautiful overall appearance. No major defects or noticeable stains are apparent on the visible side.

Condition

Used item, sold as is. Some moderate and discreet signs of wear on the canvas and leather, with no visible structural alteration on the presented side.

Did you know? The tote bag, as a form of bag, appeared at the beginning of the 20th century as a practical accessory for market and shopping. It was gradually reinterpreted by French leather goods houses, which made it an emblematic piece of the female wardrobe, combining functionality and elegance in noble materials such as canvas and leather.

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